Organization

Laundry Room Lost and Found

Sep 14 |18:49 PM
More than socks go missing in the laundry room each year. Add a mug or basket near the washer to contain items found in pockets. For those elusive socks, keep another basket handy for strays. Reunite all items with their owners each week. This is part of Julie Morgenstern's, assign step in her SPACE method. By deciding where things will go (at least temporarily) and remembering to make it logical and accessible, you'll have more success with organization in the long run.
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Go Vertical to Dry Clothes

Sep 14 |18:49 PM
The too-small laundry room often suffers from a serious lack of hanging space, resulting in clothes draped over the dryer, cabinets and doors. Vertical space is often the most overlooked area in these rooms. Install a retractable clothesline or buy an inexpensive freestanding drying rack to reclaim some much needed space in the laundry room. Imagine, counter space that's actually used to fold clothes.
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Laundry Room Cleaning Supplies

Sep 14 |18:41 PM
A common source of frustration in the laundry room (other than endless piles of dirty clothes) is finding a place for all those cleaning supplies. Store cleaning supplies in a carry-all caddy. The caddy is ideal for wire shelves because it prevents bottles from tipping over. Plus, no more rooting around in the back of the cabinet for the Windex. It might even make cleaning fun because you can take the caddy with you. Well, maybe not, but at least you'll be organized.
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Add Style and Function With Jars

Sep 14 |18:40 PM
If you have a lot of counter space, and don't mind leaving things out in the open, invest in some stylish apothecary jars to hold necessities. Cotton swabs, soap and bath salts look great in clear glass containers. These are especially handy when guests use your bathroom because they can help themselves without snooping in your cabinets.
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Space Over Your Toilet

Sep 14 |18:39 PM
Even in small bathrooms there's space for organization; you just have to know where to look. Over the toilet bath furniture is a great place to put extra toilet paper, toiletries and even towels. If you don't keep the toilet seat down, opt for a unit with cabinets or closed shelving. You can find attractive shelving at major home stores, usually for less than $100.
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